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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cardi or Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika or Kangal Shepherd Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cardigan Welsh Corgi East Siberian Laika Kangal Dog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cardi
Cardigan
Vostotchno-Sibirskaia Laika Kangal Shepherd Dog
Sivas Kangal
Turkish Kangal
Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Medium Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or East Siberian Laika? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:
Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-24 kg) Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) 50 pounds (22 kg) Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog height comparison:
Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (51–60 cm) Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1300 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog intelligence:
Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: East Siberian Laika is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are very easy to train.
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Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Companionable
Protective
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Aggressive
Fearless
Independent
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Selfish
Calm
Controlled
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: East Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?
High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: East Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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East Siberian Laika dogs are a social breed.
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Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the East Siberian Laika is strong enough to escape from home.
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Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Kangal Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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The East Siberian Laika is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?
Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The East Siberian Laika rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the East Siberian Laika breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
East Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
East Siberian Laika dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The East Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog mouthiness comparison:
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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East Siberian Laika dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
No data available Fatty Tumors
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The East Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Cardigan Welsh Corgi, East Siberian Laika and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of East Siberian Laika: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East Siberian Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog energy level comparison:
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
East Siberian Laika dogs are high-energy dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
East Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of exercises.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
East Siberian Laika dogs don't need too much sleep.
Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The East Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:
Fine Thick
Straight
Double
Harsh
Coarse
Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Cardigan Welsh Corgi, East Siberian Laika and Kangal Dog color?
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
Red & White
Black & White
Brindle & White
Black
White
Brown
Grey
Black
Gray
Cream
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The East Siberian Laika doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or {name3 shedding:
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average.
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East Siberian Laika dogs shed above average.
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Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The East Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The East Siberian Laika is an average drooler.
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The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
East Siberian Laika dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog?
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
East Siberian Laika dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?
Yes
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
East Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
East Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
East Siberian Laikas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or East Siberian Laika or Kangal Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog?

Not really

Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

East Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Cardigan Welsh Corgi and East Siberian Laika and Kangal Dog have?
4-7 puppies 3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs East Siberian Laika vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
No data available American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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